What are the rules for how far back can they check refernces?Continue Reading

Many firms have given up on checking references. That's a mistake.Continue Reading

I have never heard a former employer say, "Jeff, you would be doing a disservice to your client if you referred this person."Continue Reading

Putting the phrase, "References are available upon request," does nothing to help you or your candidacy. Here, I offer another possibility.Continue Reading

Stack your references with people who will take to some coaching from you about what to say.Continue Reading

You can get sabotaged when applying for a new job. There have been many instances when a job hunter with all the right skill sets and experiences was knocked out of contention due to disparaging comments made by former employees.Continue Reading

The original question (which I share) was actually the wrong question. Here answer the right question and try to help someone take action.Continue Reading

Should you . . . or not. I answer for you and explain why.Continue Reading

What are the best practices for providing references? Who are the best people to pick? Continue Reading

Can an employer find out I was fired, not laid off?Continue Reading